Anaesthesiology
At Bharati Hospital, the Department of Anaesthesiology delivers safe, precise, and compassionate anaesthesia care across all surgical and diagnostic procedures. With cutting-edge infrastructure, round-the-clock critical care support, and a multidisciplinary team of experts, we ensure every patient receives personalised attention—promoting comfort, faster recovery, and clinical excellence from pre-operative assessment to post-operative care.
OVERVIEW
The Department of Anaesthesiology at Bharati Hospital, Pune, has been a key pillar of surgical care and clinical excellence since 1991. With a team of skilled anaesthesiologists, educators, and researchers, the department provides anaesthesia services across a broad range of specialties—including general surgery, neurosurgery, cardiothoracic, orthopaedics, obstetrics, paediatrics, and transplant procedures. Our faculty also supports critical care, emergency services, and diagnostic interventions like MRI, CT scans, and cardiac catheterisations, ensuring safe and seamless support throughout the patient journey.
Every anaesthetic plan is customised, combining advanced technology with a strong emphasis on patient safety, comfort, and recovery. The department houses modern operation theatres, a dedicated pain clinic, and a well-equipped Post-Anaesthesia Care Unit (PACU).
Scope of Services
Comprehensive Clinical Coverage
- Anaesthesia support for General Surgery, Neurosurgery, Cardiothoracic, Orthopaedic, Paediatric, Urological, Maxillofacial, Obstetric, Gynaecologic, ENT, and Ophthalmic surgeries
- Critical care and emergency OT anaesthesia
- IVF, CT/MRI, ECT, Cath Lab, and Endoscopy Suite support
- 24x7 emergency services by dedicated anaesthesia team
Advanced Anaesthetic Techniques
- General anaesthesia (IV & inhalational), spinal, epidural, regional, and ultrasound-guided nerve blocks
- Sedation, MAC (Monitored Anaesthesia Care), local blocks, and Biers block
- Labour analgesia and specialised protocols for complex surgeries
Pain Management Services
- Acute postoperative pain care
- Chronic pain interventions (PRP, sympathetic blocks, radiofrequency ablation)
- Multidisciplinary pain clinic for palliative and terminal care patients
Infrastructure & Facilities
- Modern OT complex with advanced anaesthesia workstations & dedicated cardiac OT
- Pre-anaesthesia Check-up OPD, Pain Clinic, and Post-Anaesthesia Care Unit (PACU)
- Faculty offices, seminar hall, library, and museum
Anaesthesiology Team
Dr. Varshali Keniya (HOD)
Consultant Specialist
Dr. Shubhada Aphale
Consultant Anaesthesiologist
Dr. Sarita Swami
Consultant Anaesthesiologist
Dr. Sarojini Bobde
Consultant Anaesthesiologist
Dr. Kalyani Patil
Consultant Anaesthesiologist
Dr. Shilpa Acharya
Consultant Anaesthesiologist
Dr. Abhaykumar Sancheti
Consultant Anaesthesiologist
Dr. Shweta Konnur
Consultant Anaesthesiologist
FAQs
What is anaesthesia?
Anaesthesia is a medical technique used to induce a temporary state of controlled unconsciousness, loss of sensation, or analgesia (pain relief) during surgical procedures or certain medical treatments.
What are the types of anaesthesia?
There are several types of anaesthesia:
- General anaesthesia: Renders the patient completely unconscious and unable to feel pain during the procedure.
- Regional anaesthesia: Numbs a specific region of the body, such as an arm or leg, using techniques like epidural or spinal anaesthesia.
- Local anaesthesia: Involves injecting an anaesthetic drug directly into the area being treated to numb that specific part.
Who administers anaesthesia?
Anaesthesia is typically administered by an anaesthesiologist—a medical doctor who specializes in anaesthesia and perioperative care.
What should I expect during anaesthesia?
During general anaesthesia, you'll be completely unconscious and won’t remember the procedure. With regional or local anaesthesia, you’ll remain awake but won’t feel pain in the area being treated.
Will I be in pain after surgery?
Post-surgical pain is effectively managed by anaesthesiologists using medications and techniques such as nerve blocks to ensure your comfort and promote recovery.